Lathyrus, Sweet Pea
Lathyrusodoratus 'Old Times'

Category
Annuals
Vines and Climbers

Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Foliage
Herbaceous

Foliage Color

Height
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)

Spacing
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)

Hardiness
Not Applicable

Where to Grow

Danger
Seed is poisonous if ingested
All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested

Bloom Color
Cream/Tan

Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for cutting
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Flowers are fragrant

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer

Other details

Soil pH requirements
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)

Patent Information

Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall
From seed; winter sow in vented containers, coldframe or unheated greenhouse
Direct sow as soon as the ground can be worked
Scarify seed before sowing

Seed Collecting